Mechanical Engineer

Ace Academics is recruiting an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer / Multi-Skilled Engineer to join the estates and facilities team at a well-established Further Education college in South East London on a long term basis.

We are seeking a practical, reliable and technically skilled engineer with a strong mechanical maintenance background and ideally additional electrical knowledge. Working closely with the Site Engineering Manager, you will help maintain the college's buildings, mechanical systems and facilities, ensuring a safe, efficient and fully operational learning environment.

This is a varied, hands-on position suited to an engineer who enjoys problem-solving and is happy to undertake a broad range of maintenance duties. Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across college buildings and facilities.

Required to also oversee a partner site in Southwark when needed Diagnose and repair mechanical faults involving pumps, motors, heating, ventilation and associated building services equipment. Undertake general building maintenance and multi-trade repairs as required.

Assist with basic electrical maintenance and fault identification within your qualifications and competence. Support the inspection, servicing and maintenance of mechanical and electrical plant and equipment. Work closely with the Site Engineering Manager to identify maintenance priorities and resolve operational issues.

Complete maintenance records, job sheets and relevant compliance documentation. Liaise with external contractors and assist with maintenance projects and remedial works. Respond promptly to breakdowns and urgent maintenance requests.

Share responsibility for opening and closing site coverage through an agreed staggered shift pattern. A recognised Mechanical Engineering qualification, ideally Level 3 or equivalent. Previous experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, Multi-Skilled Engineer, Building Services Engineer or similar.

Strong practical mechanical maintenance and fault-finding skills. Experience with planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs. Willingness to undertake general maintenance and multi-trade duties beyond your core specialism.

Good understanding of workplace health & safety and safe maintenance practices. Reliable, adaptable and comfortable working both independently and as part of a small team. Desirable Experience**: Electrical qualifications or practical electrical maintenance experience.

Experience with HVAC, AHUs, FCUs, pumps, motors, boilers and heating systems. Previous employment within education, hospitals, commercial buildings or facilities management. Experience working with building management systems (BMS).

Experience working within a multi-skilled estates or maintenance team. Full-time, Monday-to-Friday position. Varied mechanical engineering and building maintenance responsibilities. Opportunity to work closely with an experienced Site Engineering Manager.

Established Further Education environment with a broad range of facilities and building services. Potential for longer-term opportunities, subject to future contract arrangements. Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday – staggered shifts covering approximately 6:30am–4:30pm Pay Rate: £25-£30 Location: South East London Apply today with your updated CV for immediate consideration.

We welcome applications from mechanically qualified engineers with multi-skilled maintenance experience who are happy to take a practical, flexible approach to their work.

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